Toro 20319 Operator's Manual

20in recycler/rear bagging lawn mower
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20in Recycler
Model No. 20319—Serial No. 314000001 and Up

Introduction

This rotary-blade, walk-behind lawn mower is intended
to be used by residential homeowners or professional,
hired operators. It is designed primarily for cutting grass
on well-maintained lawns on residential or commercial
properties. It is not designed for cutting brush or for
agricultural uses.
Read this information carefully to learn how to operate and
maintain your product properly and to avoid injury and
product damage. You are responsible for operating the
product properly and safely.
You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product
and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register
your product.
Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional
information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro
Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of
your product ready. Figure 1 identifies the location of the
model and serial numbers on the product. Write the numbers
in the space provided.
1
1. Model and serial number plate
Model No.
Serial No.
This manual identifies potential hazards and has safety
messages identified by the safety alert symbol (Figure 2),
which signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death
if you do not follow the recommended precautions.
© 2013—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
®
G020042
Figure 1
Register at www.Toro.com.
/Rear Bagging Lawn Mower
1. Safety alert symbol
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical information
and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special
attention.
This product contains a chemical or chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or reproductive harm.
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
Important: This engine is not equipped with a spark
arrester muffler. It is a violation of California Public
Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate the engine
on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered
land. Other states or federal areas may have similar laws.
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002.
The enclosed Engine Owner's Manual is supplied for
information regarding the US Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) and the California Emission Control
Regulation of emission systems, maintenance, and
warranty. Replacements may be ordered through the
engine manufacturer.
For models with stated engine horsepower, the gross
horsepower of the engine was laboratory rated by the engine
manufacturer in accordance with SAE J1940. As configured
to meet safety, emission, and operating requirements, the
actual engine horsepower on this class of lawn mower will
be significantly lower.
Form No. 3381-186 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
or other reproductive harm.
Original Instructions (EN)
All Rights Reserved *3381-186* A
Printed in the USA

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  • Page 1: Introduction

    You are responsible for operating the WARNING product properly and safely. You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product CALIFORNIA and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register Proposition 65 Warning your product.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    General Operation Contents • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the Introduction ..............1 machine and in the manual(s) before starting. General Operation ..........2 • Do not put hands or feet near or under the machine. Slope Operation ............2 Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
  • Page 3: Children

    • • Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on • Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten slopes. securely. •...
  • Page 4: Safety And Instructional Decals

    Safety and Instructional Setup Decals Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic Important: Safety and instruction decals are located sheet that covers the engine. near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged decals. Unfolding the Handle WARNING Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition.
  • Page 5: Installing The Recoil-Starter Rope In The Rope Guide

    Installing the Recoil-starter 4. Insert the dipstick into the oil-fill tube. Rope in the Rope Guide 5. Remove the dipstick and read the oil level on the dipstick (Figure 5). Important: To start the engine safely and easily • If the oil level is below the Add mark, add a small whenever you use the machine, install the recoil-starter amount of oil slowly to the oil-fill tube, wait 3 rope in the rope guide.
  • Page 6: Product Overview

    A selection of Toro approved attachments and accessories is available for use with the machine to enhance and expand its capabilities. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories. Filling the Fuel Tank Recommended Fuel: •...
  • Page 7: Checking The Engine Oil Level

    DANGER Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others. • To prevent a static charge from igniting the gasoline, place the container and/or machine directly on the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on an object.
  • Page 8: Starting The Engine

    2. Pull recoil-start handle (Figure 11). Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, install a new Toro replacement bag. WARNING The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury.
  • Page 9: Operating Tips

    For best performance, install a new blade before the G020048 cutting season begins. Figure 13 • Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro 1. Rear deflector replacement blade. 2. Insert the grass-bag handle onto the notches on the Cutting Grass handle brackets (Figure 13).
  • Page 10: Maintenance

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil. After the first 5 hours • Check the engine oil level. Before each use or daily •...
  • Page 11: Servicing The Air Cleaner

    Servicing the Air Cleaner Service Interval: Every 25 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first)—Replace the air-cleaner element (more frequently when operating the machine in dusty or dirty operating conditions). 1. Perform the pre-maintenance procedures; refer to Preparing for Maintenance (page 10). 2. Press the button on the air cleaner cover (Figure 15) G020050 and open the cover.
  • Page 12: Replacing The Blade

    8. Install the dipstick securely. 6. Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade bolt to 60 ft-lb (82 N-m). 9. Recycle the used oil properly. Important: A bolt torqued to 60 ft-lb (82 N-m) is very tight. While holding the blade with a block Replacing the Blade of wood, put your weight behind the ratchet or wrench and tighten the bolt securely.
  • Page 13: Cleaning The Under The Machine Housing

    Cleaning the under the Storage Machine Housing Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. Service Interval: After each use Preparing the Machine for WARNING Storage Cleaning the machine may dislodge material from under the machine housing. WARNING • Wear eye protection. Gasoline vapors can explode.
  • Page 14: Folding The Handle

    Folding the Handle WARNING Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition. • Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle. • If a cable is damaged, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
  • Page 15 Notes:...
  • Page 16: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee

    Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company. Australian Consumer Law: Australian customers will find details relating to the Australian Consumer Law either inside the box or at your local Toro Dealer.

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